The three-match T20 series between New Zealand and Australia ended in Australia's favour as the visitors won it 2-1. So can they do the same in the test series, or will New Zealand bounce back? These two teams will lock horns in two test matches.
The first game will begin at the Basin Reserve in Wellington on February 29. This series is part of the ongoing World Test Championship and is very important for both teams. Kane Williamson has returned, but New Zealand will miss Devon Conway due to injury. Australia will also go with a full-strength team.
NZ vs AUS: Match Details
Date: 29 February, 2024 (Thursday)
Time: 03:30 am I.S.T.
Venue: Basin Reserve, Wellington
NZ vs AUS: Live Streaming Details
The first test between New Zealand and Australia will be available live on the Amazon Prime video mobile app or website for Indian fans. But one needs to have an active subscription to watch the game.
NZ vs AUS: Head-to-Head
This will be the 61st test match between these two teams in overall history. Australia have a huge lead with 34 wins as compared to New Zealand's 8 victories, and 18 tests have also ended without a result or draw.
NZ vs AUS: Pitch Report
The Basin Reserve venue is known for producing seaming wickets that help the fast bowlers. However, batters might find it good to bat on in the first two days. But as the match progresses, the bowlers will dominate. There is a sign of rain on the last two days, and overcast conditions will also make it tough for the batters.
NZ vs AUS: Predicted XIs
New Zealand: Will Young, Tom Latham, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Tom Blundell (wk), Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee (c), Matt Henry, Scott Kuggeleijn
Australia: Usman Khawaja, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Marsh, Travis Head, Cameron Green, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood
NZ vs AUS: Dream11 Team
Wicket-keeper: Tom Blundell
Batters: Kane Williamson (Captain), Usman Khawaja, Daryl Mitchell, Travis Head, Steve Smith
All-rounders: Mitchell Marsh (Vice Captain), Mitchell Santner, Rachin Ravindra
Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins
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Dream11 Prediction: Williamson's return will certainly be a plus point for New Zealand, but they are up against WTC winner Australia, who are on the roll. Australia have more experienced side. As a result, we predict Australia to win here.